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Subject: [TowerTalk] Laying out antennas
From: htodd@twofifty.com (Hisashi T Fujinaka)
Date: Sun, 18 Nov 2001 16:50:54 -0800 (PST)
You should be able to rent transits. At least you used to be able to.

On Sun, 18 Nov 2001, Steve Maki wrote:

>
> W8JI wrote:
>
> >Are there any reasonably priced devices for laying out wire
> >antennas or tower and guy lines, so the direction heading is
> >accurate? What I'm interested in is something that uses magnetic
> >north or maybe even GPS to get precise direction references, like a
> >surveyor might use.
> >
> >Any idea what they are called, what they cost, and where they are
> >sold?
>
> For better than 1° accuracy, a good compass, such as various
> Brunton or Suunto models, is all you need. Under $100.00.
>
> Transits do better at higher cost of course. If you have a few
> grand to spare, look at theodolites.
>
> For a good source for all these devices, and much more, try:
>
> https://secure.forestry-suppliers.com/securecat.htm
>
> --
> Steve K8LX
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